Dartmoor Archery Academy – Mindfulness Through Archery.

Archery is a fun and interesting way to explore mindfulness.
in 25 acres of outstanding natural beauty.Call Gordon on:07527 449758

Mindfulness Through Archery.

Mindfulness, brought into your daily life, can help many of life’s stresses and struggles that modern life can throw at us.

Troubles can come at use so fast that it can be very difficult to cope. I know from experience that it is so very easy to get swept away in a tornado of negativity. Without a daily practice to bring us back to a calm centre and clear my mind life can become very difficult. That can lead to low self esteem, depression , addiction and much more.

My daily practice became Archery! Combined with breath control and mindfulness this became my daily meditation, combining ancient practices to bring together mind body and spirit.

All of the practices you will learn on this day can be brought into your daily life, without the use of a bow an arrow.

Archery is a fun and interesting way to explore mindfulness.

NO ARCHERY EXPERIENCE NEEDED.
Just come with an open mind , a packed lunch, and good clothing.

Latest Reviews

I can't thank Gordon enough for accommodating us at short notice on a blustery, hail-filled Sunday afternoon. The archery introduction and explanation of some of the history helped to set the scene for a fantastic session.My husband and I bought our son (14) and his cousin (16) and we all loved it.Getting to grips with the technique was taught beautifully, we were encouraged to trust ourselves and not overthink the shot. The target shooting was brilliant, and then we moved on to the 3D targets. Gordon kept everyone involved and supported- He's really friendly and clearly loves archery. Then we had a try at knife and axe throwing, which rounded off the afternoon brilliantly.If you are looking to do something engaging and interactive with your family, in beautiful surroundings, this is it.We all talked non stop on the way home about our best bits, and our best shots. Thanks so much Gordon- we'll definitely come back

“Instinctive archery is the most ancient way of shooting a bow, and the most natural. In instinctive archery there are no sights, the accuracy come from within the archer. An instinct from within that lies dormant wakes up but first we need to train the mind, indeed become mindful! As the archer becomes more proficent they will shoot with no thought at all and their archery will become a dynamic meditation. Archery is a martial art that brings mind body and spirit into one shot, instinctive archers benefit by focusing, emptying the mind and through rhythmic breathing they achieve accuracy and inner peace. If practiced outside, in nature, a great balance is achieved” Shooting from the Heart by G Monaghan